New Jersey Bills | MyRepTracker

passed both · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 4513: Concerns temporary use of funding for open space, recreation, floodplain protection, farmland and historic preservation for certain municipalities.

This bill allows New Jersey municipalities that have established an arts and culture trust fund to temporarily redirect money collected from local taxes into their general operating funds. Specifically, it permits the use of funds originally set aside for open space, recreation, floodplain protection, farmland preservation, and historic preservation during fiscal year 2027. The measure applies only to unspent money from previous years and requires the municipality to have an existing arts and culture fund to qualify for this temporary flexibility.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 4411: "Advanced Grid Technologies Act"; requires State oversight of supplemental projects and establishes expedited review for projects utilizing advanced transmission technologies. *

This bill, known as the Advanced Grid Technologies Act, requires the New Jersey State to oversee supplemental electric transmission projects and speeds up the review process for those using modern grid technologies. It directly affects electric public utilities by mandating that they obtain state approval for additional projects and encouraging them to adopt advanced tools like high-performance conductors and smart distribution systems. The law defines specific technologies, such as advanced conductors and grid-enhancing software, and ensures that state regulators consider these innovations when approving new infrastructure to improve reliability and efficiency. By establishing a formal review process for these projects, the bill aims to align utility financial incentives with consumer savings and better manage the growing demand for electricity.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Technology

passed · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 4436: Requires return of unexpended balances from certain FY 2023, FY 2024, and FY 2025 appropriations to Hudson County; authorizes supplemental appropriation to Hudson County for general operating aid.*

This bill requires Hudson County to return up to $28.1 million in unspent funds from previous state budgets intended for the Hudson County Jail to the state treasury by June 30, 2026. In exchange, the state authorizes a new appropriation of up to $28.1 million in general operating aid to the county, ensuring the new funding does not exceed the amount of money returned. The legislation directly affects Hudson County by mandating the repayment of specific past appropriations while simultaneously providing a mechanism for the county to receive fresh funding for general operations.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 30, 2026

A 5326: Makes FY2026 supplemental appropriations of $358,811,000; adds and amends various language provisions to FY2026 Appropriations Act.

This bill provides an additional $358.81 million in funding for the 2026 state budget, directing money to various departments and local entities. The funds support specific initiatives such as domestic violence housing, school infrastructure, electric school bus programs, and subsidies for horse racing. It also allocates $40 million to help local governments cover expenses related to hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Furthermore, the legislation allows for greater flexibility in spending cannabis tax revenues and permits nonprofit organizations to host the state's AI supercomputer.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education ✓ Housing ✓ Transportation

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 30, 2026

A 5235: Establishes School-based Partnerships for Access and Resilience for Kids program in DCF; requires school districts to develop mental health support and partnership programs.*

This bill creates a new mental health initiative called the School-Based Partnerships for Access and Resilience for Kids program within the Department of Children and Families to support students in New Jersey schools. It requires school districts, charter schools, and renaissance school projects to develop specific mental health support programs that connect students with high behavioral health needs to the new SPARK program navigator. The program will provide same-day psychiatric consultations, referrals to community care, and assistance with returning to school after a mental health crisis, all of which require written parental consent. Additionally, the legislation mandates that schools establish clear guidelines for privacy, care coordination, and transition plans to ensure consistent support across the state.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Healthcare

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 30, 2026

A 5347: Concerns certain motor vehicle related funding to certain municipalities.

This bill allows New Jersey municipalities with over 100,000 residents to impose a 3.5% tax on parking fees at public facilities to fund pedestrian access improvements for mass transit stations. It also modifies how parking penalty fines are distributed, directing a fixed amount or a percentage to municipal courts in rapidly growing cities to cover administrative costs. Additionally, the legislation permits cities with large commercial airports to levy a tax on vehicle rentals occurring within designated industrial zones. These changes apply only to specific municipalities meeting population and growth criteria and exclude private residential parking from the new parking tax.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 2027: Appropriates $60,743,569,000 in State funds and $30,495,124,195 in federal funds for the State budget for fiscal year 2027.

This bill proposes the State of New Jersey's budget for fiscal year 2027, allocating approximately $60.7 billion in state funds and $30.5 billion in federal funds to support government operations and public services. The legislation authorizes spending from various revenue sources, including sales taxes, corporate business taxes, and fees collected by departments such as agriculture and banking. By approving these specific amounts, the bill enables the state to fund its agencies and programs for the upcoming year without changing existing tax rates or creating new ones.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed both · New Jersey · Senate Jun 30, 2026

S 4515: Authorizes dual employment by certain employees of Rutgers University and affiliated contracting entities.*

This bill allows certain Rutgers University employees to hold dual employment with affiliated nonprofit health organizations, enabling them to receive compensation from both entities. It specifically applies to staff overseeing medical education, research, or clinical care programs related to long-term affiliation agreements between the university and these partners. The legislation also permits board members of Rutgers who serve on the governing boards of these affiliated entities to vote on matters necessary to implement those health-related agreements. By doing so, the bill creates exceptions to standard state conflict of interest laws that normally restrict public employees from accepting outside employment or compensation.

signed · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 30, 2026

A 5328: Regulates data brokers, data collectors, and collection and dissemination of certain sensitive information.

This bill regulates how data brokers and collectors handle personal information in New Jersey by requiring them to limit data collection to what is necessary and obtain explicit consent before processing sensitive data or selling personal information. It mandates that companies implement strong security measures to protect data and provides consumers with an easy way to revoke their consent, which must be processed within 15 days. Additionally, the law requires organizations to conduct confidential data protection assessments for activities that pose a heightened risk of harm, such as targeted advertising or selling personal data, and prohibits processing personal data of children between the ages of 13 and 17 for advertising or profiling without consent.

Topics ✓ Technology

passed · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 30, 2026

A 5236: Requires DCF to strengthen Statewide pediatric psychiatry and behavioral health care services for children and families.

This bill directs New Jersey's Department of Children and Families to improve access to mental health care for children and their families. It requires the department to expand services through the New Jersey Pediatric Psychiatry Collaborative, which includes adding telehealth options, providing real-time psychiatric support to pediatric doctors, and offering better training and referral systems. The legislation also mandates greater transparency by setting specific performance goals for service providers, making contract results public, and launching a public awareness campaign to help families find care. Additionally, the bill establishes a new requirement for hospitals and clinics to report standardized data on how often children seek psychiatric or behavioral health services.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Technology

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 30, 2026

A 5350: Authorizes dual employment by certain employees of Rutgers University and affiliated contracting entities.

This bill allows certain Rutgers University employees to hold dual employment with nonprofit contracting entities that have affiliation agreements with the university. Specifically, staff members who oversee or manage medical education, research, or clinical care programs related to these partnerships can receive compensation from both organizations. The legislation clarifies that this dual employment is exempt from standard state conflict of interest laws that normally restrict public employees from accepting outside pay. By creating this exception, the bill aims to support integrated academic health systems without violating ethical guidelines regarding public trust.

in committee · New Jersey · General Assembly Jun 30, 2026

A 5225: Makes permanent temporary enactment allowing certain sale and delivery of alcoholic beverages and clarifies privileges.**

This bill makes permanent a temporary law that allows certain licensed retailers and manufacturers in New Jersey to sell and deliver alcoholic beverages directly to consumers. It expands privileges for holders of retail and brewery licenses, permitting them to ship sealed alcohol to residents aged 21 and older for off-premises consumption. The legislation also sets specific rules for packaging, such as requiring tamper-evident seals and limiting mixed drink containers to 16 fluid ounces, while clarifying the delivery and sampling rights for brewery license holders.